Disclaimer: this blog is NOT a substitute for medical advice or medical care. Please seek medical care immediately in the event of a snake bite, and consult a healthcare provider’s recommendations for bite care.

Most snakes are not a threat, but it can be hard to distinguish between ones that are and ones that aren’t, especially if you’re panicked.

In North America there are several species of venomous snakes. I understand many people have a paralyzing fear of snakes, so I will not show photos here, but this link will provide some identification.